☀️ Eugene & Springfield Summer Fun Guide
Looking for family fun this summer? From outdoor movies and concerts to splash pads, pools, baseball games, farmers markets, free meals, storytimes, 1Pass destinations, and free community events, this guide rounds up some of the best summer activities happening around Eugene & Springfield.
Be sure to bookmark this page — new events and activities may be added throughout the summer!
✨ Looking for even more? Check out the full event calendar and Parks & Playgrounds Guide for additional local fun.
🌟 Featured Guide Sponsor
PublicHouse
Looking for a family-friendly place to grab lunch, dinner, or enjoy a relaxed summer outing? PublicHouse in Springfield offers a unique gathering space with multiple local food options, drinks for adults, open seating, and frequent community events throughout the summer.
It’s an easy stop before or after the Springfield Farmers Market and a great place for families to meet up, relax, and enjoy local food together.
Location:
418 A Street, Springfield
What You’ll Find:
Multiple food vendors, indoor & outdoor seating, family-friendly atmosphere, community events, and rotating local offerings.
Website:
🌟 Featured Summer Program
Ophelia's Place Summer Programs
Looking for meaningful summer opportunities for youth? Ophelia’s Place offers empowering summer programs, workshops, and activities designed to support and inspire girls and young people throughout the summer.
Program Details:
6 different 4-day-long camps for girl-identified youth, see calendar for additional information! Just search Ophelia's Place
Ages:
10-18
Registration Information:
Website:
🌞 Looking for Summer Camps?
Check out the full Summer Camp Guide featuring local camps, enrichment programs, outdoor adventures, arts camps, sports camps, and more!
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💦 Pools, Splash Pads & Water Fun
Looking for ways to cool off this summer? Here are some of our favorite pools, splash pads, and water play spots around Eugene & Springfield for family fun all season long.
Amazon Pool
Location: South Eugene
Features: Waterslides, diving platform, sand play area, concessions, lap swim, rec swim, and swim lessons.
One of Eugene’s most popular outdoor pools and a great option for families with kids of multiple ages.
Echo Hollow Pool
Location: West Eugene
Features: Indoor and outdoor pools, waterslide, splash play area, hot tub, family swim, rec swim, and swim lessons.
Echo Hollow is a family favorite with both indoor and outdoor water play options throughout the summer.
Sheldon Pool & Fitness Center
Location: North Eugene
Features: Warm-water play pool, spray features, current channel, diving boards, lap pool, and family swim.
A great year-round option, especially for younger kids who prefer warmer water.
Willamalane Park and Recreation District Swim Center
Location: Springfield
Features: Multiple pools, family swim, rec swim, swim lessons, and lap swim opportunities.
Offers year-round aquatic programming and family swim times for all ages.
River Road Park & Recreation District Aquatics Center
Location: River Road Area
Features: Indoor pool, diving board, swim lessons, family swim, hot tubs, and aquatic fitness programs.
A convenient north Eugene option for year-round swimming and lessons.
Splash Pads & Spray Parks
Washington Park Splash Pad
Location: South Eugene
Cost: Free
A popular neighborhood splash pad with nearby playground access and open grassy areas — especially great for younger kids.
Santa Clara Community Park Spray Play
Location: North Eugene
Cost: Free
Features an inclusive playground plus a seasonal spray play area that’s become a favorite summer stop for families.
Downtown Riverfront Park Splash & Mist Features
Location: Downtown Eugene
Cost: Free
Interactive misting and splash features alongside playgrounds, walking paths, and riverfront seating.
Fairmount Park Spray Play Area
Location: Southeast Eugene
Cost: Free
Seasonal spray play area typically open during the summer months.
🎬 Movies in the Park
Grab a blanket, lawn chairs, and snacks — Eugene Parks and Recreation is hosting free outdoor movies in parks around Eugene all summer long. Movies begin around 9 PM or dusk, and no tickets are required.
July 10 — Lilo & Stitch (PG)
📍 Petersen Park
🕘 9 PM
💵 Free
July 17 — A Minecraft Movie (PG)
📍 Acorn Park
🕘 9 PM
💵 Free
July 24 — Finding Dory (PG)
📍 Echo Hollow Pool
🕘 9 PM
💵 Free
July 31 — Monsters, Inc. (G)
📍 Umso Park
🕘 9 PM
💵 Free
August 7 — The Parent Trap (PG)
📍 Churchill Sports Park
🕘 9 PM
💵 Free
August 14 — Elemental (PG)
📍 Berkeley Park
🕘 9 PM
💵 Free
August 21 — Sing (PG)
📍 Monroe Park
🕘 9 PM
💵 Free
August 28 — The Wild Robot (PG)
📍 Sladden Park
🕘 9 PM
💵 Free
Bring blankets or lawn chairs and arrive early for the best spots. Subtitles are included on all movies.
🍿 Indoor Movie Fun
Need a break from the heat, smoke, or rain? These local indoor movie programs are easy, affordable summer outings for families.
🎬 Valley River Center Summer Movies
Location: Valley River Center, Eugene
Special family movie events throughout the summer featuring kid-friendly favorites in a fun indoor setting.
🍿 Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse
Location: Cinemark Eugene Springfield 17
Discounted family movies on select summer mornings with kid-friendly favorites throughout the season.
Cost: Discounted admission pricing
🎶 Concerts in the Park
River Road Park Concerts in the Park
Pack a picnic blanket and enjoy free live music this summer with the River Road Park & Recreation District concert series at Emerald Park.
Location: Emerald Park
Time: Thursday evenings
Cost: Free
Concert Lineup
June 25 — Dubious Rubes (Classic Rock)
July 2 — Inner Limits (Rock & Funk)
July 9 — Bad Reputation (Country Rock)
July 16 — Leo’s Jammers (Dixieland Jazz)
July 23 — The Lloyd Tolbert Band (Blues)
July 30 — John Shipe & Friends (Americana)
August 6 — Skip Jones & The Spirit of New Orleans (Boogie Woogie)
August 13 — Pendleton Highway (Country Rock)
Special Summer Concerts
July 19 — The Sugar Beets
August 9 — Satin Love Orchestra
Willamalane Concerts in the Park
Enjoy live outdoor music this summer at Island Park with the Willamalane Concerts in the Park series.
Location: Island Park
Time: 6 PM
Admission: $5 or free with two non-perishable food donations
Food donations support the pantry at the Willamalane Adult Activity Center.
Concert Lineup
July 30 — Code Red
July 31 — Skeletons from the Closet
August 6 — EastSide AllStars
August 7 — Outlaw ‘Shine
August 14 — Sugar Beets
⚾ Baseball & Sports Fun
Summer is baseball season in Eugene & Springfield! From family game nights to themed events, local baseball games are a fun way to spend a summer evening together.
⚾ Eugene Emeralds
Location: PK Park, Eugene
The Eugene Emeralds offer family-friendly baseball games all summer long with themed nights, fireworks, mascot fun, promotions, and kid-friendly entertainment throughout the season.
What Families Love:
Theme nights, fireworks, mascot appearances, ballpark snacks, and fun activities for kids.
⚾ Springfield Drifters
Location: Hamlin Sports Complex, Springfield
The Springfield Drifters bring summer collegiate baseball to Springfield with affordable family fun, local food, themed game nights, and an easygoing community atmosphere.
What Families Love:
Affordable tickets, community events, local atmosphere, and baseball close to home.
🥕 Farmers Markets
Looking for fresh produce, flowers, baked goods, local makers, and an easy family outing? Here are some favorite local farmers markets happening throughout Eugene & Springfield this season.
🌿 Tuesday Farmers Market
Dates: May 5 – October 27
Time: 9 AM – 2 PM
Location: Farmers Market Pavilion at 8th & Oak, Eugene
A great midweek stop for fresh produce, flowers, local food, and seasonal finds in downtown Eugene.
☀️ Saturday Market
Dates: January 17 – December 19
Time: 9 AM – 2 PM
Location: Farmers Market Pavilion at 8th & Oak, Eugene
A classic Eugene weekend outing with local farmers, food vendors, flowers, seasonal produce, and nearby downtown fun.
🍓 Sunday Springfield Farmers Market
Dates: June 7 – October 25
Time: 9 AM – 2 PM
Location: Springfield City Hall Lot, 225 5th Street, Springfield
A sweet Sunday option for families in Springfield, featuring local vendors, fresh food, and community fun.
🎶 Whiteaker Market
Dates: Sundays through mid-October
Time: 10 AM – 3 PM
Location: Scobert Park near 4th & Blair, Eugene
A fun neighborhood market with local vendors, art, food, music, and plenty of Whiteaker community charm.
🎟️ 1Pass Destinations
The 1Pass gives kids and teens access to summer fun around Eugene & Springfield, including pools, museums, activities, and local baseball options. Check Willamalane for current 1Pass details, dates, rules, and restrictions before heading out.
💦 Swimming Pools
Amazon Pool
2600 Hilyard St., Eugene
Echo Hollow Pool
1655 Echo Hollow Rd., Eugene
River Road Park & Recreation District
1400 Lake Dr., Eugene
Sheldon Pool
2443 Willakenzie Rd., Eugene
Splash!
6100 Thurston Rd., Springfield
Willamalane Park Swim Center
1276 G St., Springfield
🏀 Sports, Activities & Play
Bob Keefer Center
Indoor activities like basketball, skating, and volleyball.
Camp Putt
Outdoor mini golf with two 18-hole courses.
Emerald Lanes Bowling Alley
Bowling fun for families.
Get Air Trampoline Park
Indoor trampoline park with jump areas, foam pit, obstacle course, basketball, dodgeball, and toddler area.
Laurelwood Golf Course
Driving range fun.
Oregon Disc Golf
Outdoor disc golf at Alton Baker Park.
🔬 Museums & Science
Adventure! Children’s Museum
Interactive exhibits for kids and families at Valley River Center.
Eugene Science Center
Hands-on science exhibits and planetarium options.
Museum of Natural and Cultural History
Natural and cultural history museum on the University of Oregon campus.
⚾ Baseball Games
Eugene Emeralds
Local baseball fun at PK Park.
Springfield Drifters
Summer collegiate baseball in Springfield.
🍎 Free Summer Meals
Looking for free meals for kids this summer? Local school districts and FOOD For Lane County are offering free meal options for children and youth throughout the summer.
FOOD For Lane County Summer Food Program
Who: Kids and youth ages 18 and younger
Dates: June 23 – August 22
Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Where: Parks and community sites throughout Lane County
FOOD For Lane County provides free summer lunches at parks and community locations throughout the summer. Families can check the full site list online before heading out.
4J Free Summer Meals
Who: Youth ages 18 and under
Dates: Monday – Friday, June 30 – August 8
Closed: July 4
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Important: Meals must be eaten on-site. Grab-and-go meals are not available.
Howard Elementary School
700 Howard Ave.
Breakfast: 9:00 – 9:30 AM
Lunch: 12:30 – 1:00 PM
Chávez Elementary School
1510 W. 14th Ave.
Breakfast: 9:00 – 9:30 AM
Lunch: 12:30 – 1:00 PM
Bethel Free Summer Meals
Who: Children ages 0–18
Dates: Monday – Friday, June 23 – August 8
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Important: Meals must be eaten on-site. Children must be present to receive meals.
Willamette High School
1801 Echo Hollow Road
Breakfast: 9:00 – 9:30 AM
Lunch: 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Prairie Mountain School
5305 Royal Ave.
Breakfast: 8:30 – 9:00 AM
Lunch: 12:00 – 12:30 PM
📚 Summer Reading Programs & Storytimes
Eugene Public Library Summer Storytimes
Storytimes continue throughout the summer with options for babies, toddlers, families, and sensory-friendly experiences across Eugene library locations and parks.
Tuesdays
👶 Baby Storytime
🕘 9:45 AM & 10:30 AM
📍 Downtown Library
Wednesdays
🧸 Toddler Storytime
🕘 9:45 AM & 10:30 AM
📍 Downtown Library
Thursdays
🌳 Family Storytime in the Park
🕘 10:15 AM
📍 Petersen Park
✨ Sensory Storytime
🕟 4:30 PM
📍 Downtown Library
Fridays
📚 Family Storytime
🕘 10:15 AM
📍 Sheldon Branch Library
Saturdays
👶 Baby & Toddler Storytime
🕘 10:15 AM
📍 Bethel Branch Library
🌳 Family Storytime in the Park
🕥 10:30 AM
📍 Awbrey Park
Note: Eugene Public Library will be closed June 19 for Juneteenth.
Springfield Public Library Summer Reading Challenge
Starts: June 17
Who Can Participate: Babies, kids, teens, and adults
Cost: Free
Families can log reading, complete activities, earn prizes, and participate in summer events throughout the season.
Wednesday Summer Plaza Programs
Location: Fountain Plaza at the Springfield Public Library
Time: Wednesdays at 10:30 AM
Dates: June 18 – August 13
Cost: Free
Enjoy free family-friendly performances, music, dance, storytelling, and cultural programs throughout the summer.
June 18
🎉 Kickoff Celebration
June 25
🌺 Hula Dance Performance
July 2
🎺 Mariachi Music
July 9
💃 Bollywood Dance
July 16
🎶 Family Singalong
July 23
📖 Cultural Storytelling
July 30
🎭 Interactive Kids Performance
August 6
🎵 Live Music on the Plaza
August 13
✨ Summer Finale Celebration
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